As an honors attorney, you become an instant member of the staff of whatever office you join for each rotation.  In most offices, you won’t get a lot of over-the-shoulder supervision; we look to hire people who can take on work independently from the start.  Even in a four-month rotation, an honors attorney can have a real impact on an important issue.
Bob Ashby, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for Regulations and Enforcement, Office of the General Counsel 

The Office of Inspector General has the unique role of working to improve the overall mission of the Department through oversight and investigations.  During a rotation, honors attorneys assigned to our office are often provided an opportunity to work on diverse and high-profile legal issues facing the Department.
Thomas K. Lehrich, Chief Counsel, Office of Inspector General 

The Honors Attorney Program an amazing opportunity to engage in self-discovery without the expense or heartache of choosing a field that seems highly desirable from the outside, but once fully engaged does not quite suit your personality or goals.  The program provides an opportunity for exposure in many practice areas and to experience a variety of office environments.  An honors attorney's decision to practice in a particular area upon completion of the program will be more informed because it is based on experience rather than theory or conjecture.
Linda Lasley, Assistant Chief Counsel for Legislation and Regulations, Federal Transit Administration 

Honors attorneys assigned to airports law work have provided strong intellectual firepower in short time frames to complicated issues or issues of first impression, greatly enhancing the performance of our office.
Frank J. San Martin, Manager, Airports Law Branch, Office of the Chief Counsel, Federal Aviation Administration

Nowhere will a new lawyer be challenged with greater responsibilities and have the opportunity to do more for the public good than working for the federal government.  For example, in my office, the Honors Attorney Program lawyers investigate deceptive airline advertising and pursue enforcement to ensure that unlawful activities cease and civil penalties are assessed as appropriate. 
Sam Podberesky, Assistant General Counsel for Aviation Enforcement and Proceedings, Office of the General Counsel